Easton star defensive back Jarrred Holley has narrowed his list of college choices to six, and PennState is one of them. So too is Pittsburgh. They are the only two state school's on his list and for good reason since they're the top two programs in the Keystone State.

The other four school's that Holley is strongly considering includes Iowa, Michigan, Stanford and Virginia. He's visiting each, and may announce his decision by mid-January, his father Lincoln said tonight.

Before announcing his decision, Holley will also visit Miami where he's going to play in an all-star game in the Orange Bowl on Jan. 4 that will be televised live on Fox Sports at 8 p.m.

That Penn State is still on the list is really good news. Yes, it's PSU, a.k.a. Linebacker U, etc., etc., but will the Nittany Lions ever win another national title as long as Joe Paterno is coaching? This blog isn't the place to debate that topic.

Back to Holley. The three-time and soon-to-be four-time Morning Call All-Area defensive back, who intercepted three passes in his final game in helping Easton beat Phillipsburg, 17-6 on Thanksgiving Day morning, has wisely taken his time before making the decision of his life.

Nobody's rushing him, which is smart. Holley is a prized recruit, one who will definitely make an impact on the next level as he did at Easton the last four seasons. He finished his career with 21 career interceptions and with admiration galore from all who saw him play.

If he chooses Penn State, it won't be a far drive to continue seeing him play.

Why would you say "but will the Nittany Lions ever win another national title as long as Joe Paterno is coaching" Can you answer me when will Iowa, Stanford, Michigan (who has no head coach for next year) or Pitt will win a National championship either. I mean Pitt had a losing record this year and hasn't gone to bowl since when? Stanford isn't much better and neither is Iowa currently. Michigan lost to a Div 1-aa school this year. So your comment about PSU either shows your bias against them or a complete misunderstanding of the current state of college football. Last time I checked PSU went to a New Year's Day Bowl the last two years and is playing in a bowl this year. So odds are they will do better than any of the other schools mentioned in the near future - yet you take a shot at PSU without any discussion about those other schools. My question is why?

Posted By: Big Fan | Dec 4, 2007 2:19:50 PM

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